1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 155 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Ranchero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranchero | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |
